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HK53 FXV

2003 BMW M3

Black Petrol 3246cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Nov 2026
Tests26 (20 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

115,206 mi
Last recorded115,206 miles
Recorded on14 Nov 2025
Typical for 2003 BMW M371,708 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHK53 FXV
MakeBMW
ModelM3
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,246cc

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MOT History

20 pass 6 fail
Pass 14 Nov 2025 115,206 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Front and rear (0.1 (b))

Fail 14 Nov 2025 115,206 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Front and rear (0.1 (b))

Pass 7 Nov 2024 111,810 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 13 Nov 2023 107,053 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2023 107,053 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 11 Nov 2022 106,363 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 18 Nov 2021 105,328 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 17 Nov 2020 104,496 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 7 Nov 2019 103,002 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 1 Nov 2018 101,243 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 16 Nov 2017 97,224 miles

Nearside Rear tyre wearing slightly on inner edge

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

both front tyres slightly feathering inner edges

Fail 14 Nov 2017 97,217 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear pipes x2 (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear tyre wearing slightly on inner edge

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

both front tyres slightly feathering inner edges

Pass 10 Nov 2016 95,102 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2015 89,031 miles

Rear rear exhaust clamps deteriorated/corroded

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 3 Nov 2015 89,031 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Rear rear exhaust clamps deteriorated/corroded

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 21 Nov 2014 81,345 miles

Rear exhaust jonits broken

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 11 Nov 2014 81,148 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 7 Nov 2013 74,032 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

n/s/f tyre getting low.2mm

n/s/f tyre worn on edges.

o/s/f tyre getting low.3.8mm

Fail 7 Nov 2013 74,032 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

n/s/f tyre getting low.2mm

n/s/f tyre worn on edges.

o/s/f tyre getting low.3.8mm

Pass 5 Nov 2012 66,902 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2011 59,671 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2010 51,425 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2009 43,645 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2008 36,257 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 15 Nov 2007 28,076 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2006 19,089 miles

How Reliable is the BMW M3?

Based on 440,678 MOT tests across 34,038 vehicles.

80.8%
Pass Rate
3,682
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
34,038
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 14,421
Brake pipe excessively corroded 7,386
coil spring incomplete 5,157
coil spring fractured 4,494
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 3,944
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HK53 FXV is a 2003 BMW M3 in Black with a 3,246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 2003 BMW M3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.1% with a typical mileage of 71,708 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a BMW M3 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 14,421 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HK53 FXV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW M3 typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 23 years old, this BMW M3 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was HK53 FXV registered?

HK53 FXV is a 2003 BMW M3, first registered on 20 November 2003.

Is HK53 FXV safe to buy?

The MOT history for HK53 FXV shows 26 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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